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    VW Up Buggy edges closer to production
    Volkswagen's Buggy Up concept has been granted a US design patent in the past few weeks, suggesting the car maker is keen to take the idea further.
    From: Autocar 30/06/2013

    Nico Rosberg wins British Grand Prix amid tyre chaos
    Mercedes records its second success of the season, but a tyre failure ruins Lewis Hamilton's chances of a dream home victory.
    From: Autocar 30/06/2013

    Skoda Disappoints Euro NCAP
    Safety organisation Euro NCAP is shaking its head sadly about a decision made by Skoda regarding the new Octavia. The original plan was that the Octavia would be have an active bonnet, which would rise in the event of a pedestrian being run over and protect him or her from being injured by heavy objects underneath.
    From: CARkeys 28/06/2013

    Citroen C4 Grand Picasso
    Citroen has issued the first official pictures of the new C4 Grand Picasso seven-seat MPV. It's larger than before, with at least 645 litres of luggage space in five-seat form (or more if you push the central seats forward), but it's also 100kg lighter.
    From: CARkeys 28/06/2013

    New Mazda3 Revealed
    Mazda has unveiled its lastest-generation 3 hatchback simultaneously at events in London, Istanbul and St Petersburg.
    From: CARkeys 28/06/2013

    Enhanced Spec For Audi A4 SE Technik
    For a while now, Audi has been selling an SE Technik version of all A4s fitted with a four-cylinder petrol or diesel engine. The specification has changed for the 2014 model year, in that metallic paint is being offered as standard, while the wheel diameter has been increased from 17" to 18" for all models except the 134bhp 2.0 TDIe.
    From: CARkeys 28/06/2013

    Suzuki SX4
    Compact SUVs are very popular. The marketing divisions of most brands do everything they can to grab your attention. And all the compact SUVs look so attractive that it is hard to resist. Then there is Suzuki, which quietly introduces the all-new SX4. What does this modest SUV from Suzuki have to offer?
    From: Autozine 28/06/2013

    New Radical RXC to be shown at Salon Prive
    Radical will be displaying its all-new RXC in London from 4-6 September, as part of the Salon-Privé luxury supercar show.
    From: Autocar 28/06/2013

    Porsche 911 GT2 Turbo - latest spy shots
    New 911 GT2 will have a 552bhp 3.8-litre flat six, a dual-clutch gearbox and rear-wheel drive.
    From: Autocar 28/06/2013

    Mazda 3 hatchback (2013) first official pictures
    The Mazda 3 is back: lighter, more eco-friendly and supposedly better to drive than ever, promises Mazda. Brought up-to-date with Mazda's new 'Kodo' design style from the 6 saloon and CX-5 crossover, the new Mazda 3 is a handsome hatchback, and boasts a far superior cabin to its predecessor.
    From: CAR Magazine 27/06/2013

    Mark Webber quits Red Bull F1 for Porsche
    Porsche has confirmed it's poached Formula One driver Mark Webber from Red Bull Racing to race for it at the 2014 Le Mans 24hrs. The 36 year-old Australian has signed a multiple-year contract to drive Porsche's new LMP1 challenger, which is aiming to give Audi a bloody nose in the world's most famous endurance event next year.
    From: CAR Magazine 27/06/2013

    Citroen C4 Grand Picasso (2013) first official pictures
    This is the cavernous new Citroen C4 Grand Picasso, a bigger version of the C4 Picasso MPV we recently tested.
    From: CAR Magazine 27/06/2013

    VW XL1 to take on Goodwood hillclimb
    Volkswagen's super-frugal XL1 will be taking to the Goodwood hillclimb at the Festival of Speed next month.
    From: Autocar 27/06/2013

    Mark Adams returns to Vauxhall
    Head of design at Cadillac Buick is to rejoin Vauxhall; part of his brief will be to build joint strategies between Stateside and Europe.
    From: Autocar 27/06/2013

    New Morgan 3 Wheeler variants planned
    Morgan's sales success could lead to a range expansion with new engines and body styles.
    From: Autocar 27/06/2013

    Nissan and Williams F1 to co-develop road cars
    Nissan's performance arm Nismo will join forces with the William's F1 team to co-develop road cars, it has been confirmed.
    From: Autocar 27/06/2013

    Mercedes S-Class Pricing Confirmed
    The latest Mercedes-Benz S-Class, described in this news item from last month, is available to order in the UK now, priced from £62,650.
    From: CARkeys 26/06/2013

    Electric Land Speed Record Broken
    Former Government minister Lord Drayson has set a new speed record for electric vehicles weighing between 500kg and 1000kg.
    From: CARkeys 26/06/2013

    Euro NCAP Awards June 2013
    Safety organisation Euro NCAP has awarded five-star ratings to the two cars it has most recently tested, namely the Honda CR-V and the Citroen C4 Picasso.
    From: CARkeys 26/06/2013

    All new Nissan Note prices and specs
    Buyers looking for the best small car in its sector are being asked to take Note as Nissan announces final prices and specifications.
    From: AutoInsider 26/06/2013

    The Fiat 500L Trekking
    Fiat Group Automobiles UK has just opened ordering for its latest addition to the Fiat 500L family, the Fiat 500L Trekking.
    From: AutoInsider 26/06/2013

    British team sets new electric car land speed record
    Drayson Racing records new sub-1000kg benchmark of 204.185mph.
    From: Autocar 26/06/2013

    £425,000 Rascasse supercar unveiled
    Montecarlo Automobile, Monaco's first car manufacturer, has revealed a new supercar named the Rascasse.
    From: Autocar 26/06/2013

    New Mazda 3 hatchback revealed
    Mazda's Volkswagen Golf rival incorporates frugal SkyActiv engine and chassis technology as well as a new cabin design and cutting-edge connectivity.
    From: Autocar 26/06/2013

    Your chance to win a Ferrari ride at the Goodwood Festival of Speed
    Autocar's sister title Classic and Sports Car is offering you the chance to go up the Goodwood Hill.
    From: Autocar 26/06/2013

    New Citroën C4 Grand Picasso revealed
    Citroën C4 Grand Picasso uses the same space-saving EMP2 platform as its five-seat brother, set to go on sale early 2014.
    From: Autocar 26/06/2013

    Infiniti Q50 From Under £30,000
    Infiniti has revealed that its new Q50 saloon - available to order now and aimed squarely at the premium German opposition - will be priced from £27,950 in the UK.
    From: CARkeys 25/06/2013

    Nissan Note Pricing
    The new Nissan Note compact MPV is available to order now, priced from £11,900, and the first examples will be delivered to UK customers in October.
    From: CARkeys 25/06/2013

    Fiat 500L Trekking
    Fiat is expanding its 500 model range with the introduction of the 500L Trekking. In principle it's very similar to the Panda Trekking in that, although it actually has only front-wheel drive, it has been made to look like a 4x4 and, following a recent and fast-growing trend among European manufacturers, it has a traction control system (in this case called Traction+) designed to improve its off-road capability.
    From: CARkeys 25/06/2013

    More Details Of Revised Nissan Micra
    Earlier this month we told you about the changes that are being made to the Nissan Micra. Now Nissan has confirmed the full pricing and specification information for the UK market, which the car will officially join in September.
    From: CARkeys 25/06/2013

    Next generation Jaguar XJ spotted testing
    A very early prototype of what is thought to be the next generation Jaguar XJ has been spotted testing on public roads.
    From: Autocar 25/06/2013

    Suzuki plans Nissan Juke rival for 2015
    Suzuki will launch a Nissan Juke-size compact crossover in Europe in 2015 as one of five new models planned over the next three years.
    From: Autocar 25/06/2013

    Renault Twizy Cargo van launched
    A new version of the Renault Twizy, called the Cargo, has been launched.
    From: Autocar 25/06/2013

    New Mercedes S-class 'Pullman' targets Rolls Royce
    Mercedes-Benz plans to spin a full-blown Rolls-Royce Phantom rival from its new S-class model, Daimler chairman Dieter Zetsche has revealed.
    From: Autocar 25/06/2013

    New Nissan Micra prices announced
    Nissan has announced prices and specifications for the new Micra before it goes on sale in September.
    From: Autocar 25/06/2013

    Ford announces new training scheme for young drivers
    Ford says that its Driving Skills for Life programme will be introduced to the UK in September.
    From: Autocar 25/06/2013

    Honda Civic Tourer Type S planned
    New Honda Civic estate promises class-leading load space and the prospect of a sporty Type S version.
    From: Autocar 24/06/2013

    MG 3 gets 'honest' cabin
    The MG 3 supermini's style-led cabin aims for "timeless simplicity" in European form.
    From: Autocar 24/06/2013

    New £15,000 Caterham Seven planned for September
    Caterham confirms a low-cost Seven will be introduced as a replacement for the outgoing Classic.
    From: Autocar 24/06/2013

    Kia Procee'd GT to go on sale in July
    Kia's Procee'd GT will go on sale from July priced at £19,995.
    From: Autocar 24/06/2013

    Goodwood Festival of Speed: 20 highlights for 2013
    The 20th year of the Goodwood Festival of Speed offers more attractions than ever. Here are 20 of the best.
    From: Autocar 24/06/2013

    Aston Martin signs new Ford engine deal - report
    Extension to the Ford engine deal could confirm Aston Martin's VH platform will be produced for another five years.
    From: Autocar 24/06/2013

    Honda Collection Hall
    "Motegi" is a tiny village about an hour's drive from Tokyo. Tens of thousands of people visit this rural place every year. And for a good reason: the "Twin Ring" racetrack is located near Motegi. This track was build by Honda to introduce "Indy Car" racing to Japan in 1997. Also, this circuit is the home of the "Honda Collection Hall", where the history of the brand is shown. Autozine paid a visit.
    From: Autozine 24/06/2013

    Alfa Romeo 4C - full technical details
    Alfa Romeo 4C uses a mixture of composites and traditional materials in production.
    From: Autocar 23/06/2013

    New £5m Bugatti Veyron planned
    A lightweight, 280mph-plus Bugatti Veyron hypercar with more than 1500bhp is tipped for a 2014 launch.
    From: Autocar 22/06/2013

    Caterham sports car set for 2014 reveal
    New sports car likely to appear shortly after Geneva motor show; co-developed with Renaultsport.
    From: Autocar 22/06/2013

    More On The Aston Martin V12 Vantage S
    Aston Martin has released some more information about the new V12 Vantage S in addition to what we reported in our last story just under a month ago.
    From: CARkeys 21/06/2013

    Nissan ZEOD RC electric Le Mans racer (2013) first pictures
    This amazing-looking creation is the Nissan ZEOD RC, and its Nissan's latest, bravest attamept to make the electric car cool. Combining Nissan DeltaWing looks with powertrain know-how from the Nismo Leaf RC electric racer, the ZEOD RC will compete in the 2014 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race.
    From: CAR Magazine 21/06/2013

    The new V12 Vantage S
    Aston Martin's most extreme sports car, the new V12 Vantage S, is confirmed as the brand's fastest accelerating production car to date.
    From: AutoInsider 21/06/2013

    The new Fiat 500L MPW
    Fiat presents the first official photos of the Fiat 500L MPW.
    From: AutoInsider 21/06/2013

    UK Pricing for new Renault Scenic range
    Renault confirms UK pricing and specification for new-look three-model Scénic line-up, including XMOD.
    From: AutoInsider 21/06/2013

    Renault UK on course to make a profit in 2013
    A restructuring programme and strong new models have put Renault back on track in the UK, says chief operating officer Carlos Tavares.
    From: Autocar 21/06/2013

    Renault boss expects electric vehicle sales to double
    Chief operating officer Carlos Tavares says the French manufacturer is fully committed to its ambitious electric vehicle programme.
    From: Autocar 21/06/2013

    SRT Viper GT3-R revealed
    Chrysler has unveiled a competition version of its SRT Viper supercar designed to compete in GT3 championships.
    From: Autocar 21/06/2013

    Renault could establish premium brand in Asia before Europe
    China and Korea could be more receptive to the concept of an upmarket Renault brand, says chief operating officer Carlos Tavares.
    From: Autocar 21/06/2013

    McLaren to show off Le Mans heritage at Goodwood
    McLaren will be showcasing its Le Mans heritage at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July.
    From: Autocar 20/06/2013

    600bhp Audi Quattro to return in 2014
    Audi is poised to revive legendary Quattro coupé as a limited-run model with £125k-plus price and a 600bhp twin-turbo V8.
    From: Autocar 20/06/2013

    Mosler no more after merger with Rossion Automotive
    Niche supercar company Mosler Automotive will cease to exist after a merger with Rossion Automotive. Both companies - whose assets now belong to privately owned RP High Performance - will trade under the Rossion name. Mosler's resources and expertise will now contribute to expanding the company's model line-up.
    From: Autocar 20/06/2013

    New Mazda 3 - latest spy shots
    Russian spy shot reveals next-gen Mazda 3 hatchback's styling.
    From: Autocar 20/06/2013

    Renault's new crossover breaks cover
    Photos of an early test mule shows Renault's seven-seat crossover, which will replace today's Grand Scenic.
    From: Autocar 20/06/2013

    Mercedes' 911 rival spied testing
    More compact successor to the Mercedes SLS AMG, codenamed C190, spotted undergoing testing.
    From: Autocar 20/06/2013

    Skoda Wins Which? Award
    Skoda has been named best car manufacturer in the annual Which? magazine awards, beating other shortlisted manufacturers BMW, Ford and Volkswagen.
    From: CARkeys 19/06/2013

    Audi A3 Saloon
    The first A3 saloon Audi has ever devised is available to order now, priced from £24,275.
    From: CARkeys 19/06/2013

    UK Pricing For Renault Scenic
    The facelifted Renault Scenic (five-seat) and Grand Scenic (seven-seat, pictured above) are now available to order from UK Renault dealers. Both are being offered only in Dynamique TomTom trim, which includes 16" alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control air-conditioning, rear parking sensors and Carminat TomTom Live satellite navigation.
    From: CARkeys 19/06/2013

    SEAT León FR TDI
    The fastest car in the new SEAT Leon range is available to order now, can be test driven from mid-July and will be delivered to its first UK customers in September.
    From: CARkeys 19/06/2013

    The Seven-Seat Fiat 500
    Fiat has published the first official images of what will be known as the 500L Living in most of Europe but is to be sold here as the 500L MPW.
    From: CARkeys 19/06/2013

    Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Pricing
    The latest Chevrolet Corvette to bear the Stingray name will go on sale in the UK this autumn.
    From: CARkeys 19/06/2013

    Aston Martin Vanquish Volante (2013) first official pictures
    New models are coming thick and fast in Aston Martin's centenary year: here's the drop-top Aston Martin Vanquish Volante.
    From: CAR Magazine 19/06/2013

    Porsche Macan: latest spy pics
    These are the most recent spy pictures of the Porsche Macan, including shots of the baby SUV's cabin.
    From: Autocar 19/06/2013

    RCA students re-envision motoring classics for Salon Prive
    Students on the prestigious Vehicle Design course at the Royal College of Art have been tasked with reinterpreting some of the most iconic cars ever built for this year's Salon Prive.
    From: Autocar 19/06/2013

    Tesla Model S recalled
    Tesla is recalling a number of Model S saloons after it uncovered a potential defect with a seat latch. The fault affects cars built between 10 May and 8 June 2013.
    From: Autocar 19/06/2013

    Quick news: Hottest diesel Leon; JLR management moves; Renault Scenic pricing
    Order books open for Seat's hottest diesel; BMW boss moves to JLR; Nissan offers cheaper PCP for Leaf.
    From: Autocar 19/06/2013

    CNG fuel option and new equipment for Tata Nano
    The Tata Nano can now be ordered as a compressed natural gas variant, a fuel that is being used increasingly in the Asia-Pacific region. The announcement was made alongside details of a mid-life refresh for the Nano, designed to enhance the appeal of the car.
    From: Autocar 19/06/2013

    New Corvette Stingray prices
    The Corvette Stingray will arrive at dealerships across Europe in the autumn, UK prices start from £61,495.
    From: AutoInsider 18/06/2013

    Studiotorino creates Mercedes SL shooting brake concept
    Turin design students create Mercedes SL Shooting Brake, replacing the folding hard top with a coupé roofline — Studiotorino approves.
    From: Autocar 18/06/2013

    New 2014 Nissan Qashqai spied in UK
    The replacement for the popular Nissan Qashqai will have a more risqué, avant-garde design and a more sporting driving experience when it goes on sale next year.
    From: Autocar 18/06/2013

    Vauxhall Insignia to spawn Audi A6 Allroad rival
    Vauxhall Insignia Country Tourer to be offered with four-wheel drive when sales start later this year.
    From: Autocar 18/06/2013

    Audi A3 saloon prices and specs revealed
    Prices and specifications for the new Audi A3 saloon, which goes on sale for the first time this week, have been revealed.
    From: Autocar 18/06/2013

    Revised Suzuki Swift gets early debut
    A facelifted version of the Suzuki Swift has been given an accidental early debut from by the firm's Belgian operation. It reveals a subtly revised look for the firm's staple supermini, the refreshed version of which is due to reach the UK later this summer.
    From: Autocar 18/06/2013

    Fiat 500L MPW revealed
    A seven-seat version of the Fiat 500L has been revealed. Called the Fiat 500L MPW (for Multi Purpose Wagon) in the UK, it will be known elsewhere in Europe as the Fiat 500L Living.
    From: Autocar 18/06/2013

    Volvo V40 Versus Mercedes A-Class
    Volvo is in a feisty mood right now, to judge by its latest offer. It's called Bored of German Techno? Try some Swedish Metal, and it applies to anyone who takes a test drive in a Mercedes-Benz A 180 BlueEfficiency Sport.
    From: CARkeys 17/06/2013

    Mazda MX-5 World Record
    You may not have known that the Guinness Book of Records had an entry for Largest Parade of Mazda Cars, but who are we to judge you for that?
    From: CARkeys 17/06/2013

    Volvo poised for V8 Supercars entry Down Under in 2014
    Volvo has confirmed that it has entered a factory team into the V8 Supercars for 2014. Volvo Polestar Racing will enter one of the world's biggest touring car categories with a pair of V8-powered S60s, joining Nissan, Mercedes, Holden and Ford (which is rumoured as potentially departing the series).
    From: CAR Magazine 17/06/2013

    Nissan Heritage Collection Behind closed doors
    The headquarters of Nissan are located in Yokohama, Japan. Besides the usual offices and factories there's a very special building. At the "Nissan Heritage Collection" all cars from the history of the brand are cherished. All Nissans, from the first car in 1930 to the latest sports car, are kept here. However, this remarkable garage isn't open to the public. Only after much begging, pleading and numerous requests Autozine was allowed in.
    From: Autozine 17/06/2013

    Lamborghini Gallardo replacement 'to launch in 2014'
    Lamborghini is set to continue its 50th anniversary celebrations with the unveiling of a new concept car at the Frankfurt motor show in September that closely previews its upcoming Gallardo replacement, sources close to the Italian supercar maker have revealed.
    From: Autocar 17/06/2013

    Autocar to launch new safer driving initiative for learner drivers
    Autocar will launch a new safer driving initiative for learner drivers on 26 June.
    From: Autocar 17/06/2013

    Quick news: Bespoke Mercedes CLS 63 Shooting Brake
    Mercedes collaborates with clothing designer to promote AMG Performance Studio; decision on eCall system; record-breaking MX-5 parade.
    From: Autocar 17/06/2013

    Hybrid Aston Martin DB9 will "enhance dynamics"
    Bosch Engineering has created a plug-in hybrid version of the Aston Martin DB9 that is claimed to improve fuel economy and CO2 emissions and enhance the driving dynamics and performance.
    From: Autocar 17/06/2013

    Next-gen BMW 7-series to shed weight
    BMW will fight back against the recently unveiled Mercedes S-class with a new 7-series that development boss Herbert Diess calls the most technically advanced car in BMW's history.
    From: Autocar 16/06/2013

    Mercedes S63 AMG revealed in promo video
    The 2014 Mercedes S63 AMG has been accidentally revealed in a promotional video.
    From: Autocar 15/06/2013

    Mercedes S63 AMG revealed in promo video
    The 2014 Mercedes S63 AMG has been accidentally revealed in a promotional video.
    From: Autocar 15/06/2013

    Revised Audi R8 GT set for Le Mans reveal
    The first-generation Audi R8 is planned to be sent out on a high with a facelifted version of the limited-run GT, caught here during testing at the Nurburgring.
    From: Autocar 15/06/2013

    Lexus IS Advanced Technology Pack
    Lexus has introduced an optional Advanced Technology Pack for the IS 250 and 300h. It consists of four extra systems: automatic high headlight beam, Lane Departure Assist, adaptive cruise control and Pre-Crash Safety.
    From: CARkeys 14/06/2013

    30 Million Volkswagen Golfs
    Volkswagen has reached an astonishing landmark by building its 30 millionth Golf at the Wolfsburg factory. Production of the first VW not related in some way to the Beetle has averaged over 2000 per day since the Mk1 was launched early in 1974.
    From: CARkeys 14/06/2013

    Skoda Octavia Named Tow Car Of 2013
    The Camping and Caravanning Club, in association with Practical Caravan and What Car? magazines, has named the Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI 150 Elegance as the overall winner of its 2013 Tow Car Award.
    From: CARkeys 14/06/2013

    BMW 4-series coupe (2013) first official pictures
    These are the first official pictures of the new BMW 4-series coupe. The replacement for the existing 3-series coupe, it mixes the shape of the Concept 4-series with toned-down details from the regular F30-gen 3-series saloon. The rear-drive, 2+2-seater coupe will go on UK sale in October 2013, after its in the metal debut at the 2013 Frankfurt motor show this September.
    From: CAR Magazine 14/06/2013

    2015 Ford Mustang: latest spy shots
    The next-generation Ford Mustang has been spotted testing in America.
    From: Autocar 14/06/2013

    Toyota GT86 TRD Griffon Project for UK debut
    A more focused version of the Toyota GT86 has been developed by TRD to showcase the performance division's products.
    From: Autocar 14/06/2013

    Toyota-BMW sports car could become new Supra
    Toyota's newly appointed chairman has revealed his desire to see the forthcoming Toyota and BMW co-developed sports car become the next Supra.
    From: Autocar 14/06/2013

    Cholmondeley Pageant of Power show gallery
    We're told it happens every year - the first day of the Cholmondeley Pageant of Power arrives and the weather descends.
    From: Autocar 14/06/2013

    BMW 4-series revealed
    This is the definitive production version of the BMW 4-series coupé, the successor to the highly regarded BMW 3-series coupé and rival to the Audi A5 and Mercedes-Benz C-class coupé.
    From: Autocar 14/06/2013

    Chevrolet Captiva Update
    Chevrolet has given its Captiva SUV a mild facelift. Changes include new 18" alloy wheels, redesigned bumpers, a new mesh for the front grille, restyled front foglights, LED tail lights and angular chrome exhaust tips.
    From: CARkeys 13/06/2013

    Suzuki Plaza
    The city of Hamamatsu may well be the greyest and dullest city of Japan. Yet that's where the headquarters and factories of Suzuki are located. "Suzuki Plaza" can be found here as well: a visitors centre where Suzuki shows how it builds cars, now and in the past. The visit to Hamamatsu turned out to be a true joy.
    From: Autozine 13/06/2013

    Mercedes-Benz tones down GLA styling
    The styling of the striking Mercedes-Benz Concept GLA has been toned down for the production version, due on sale next year, judging by these spy pictures of an advanced test mule at the Nurburgring.
    From: Autocar 13/06/2013

    Alfa Romeo 4C production process revealed
    Alfa Romeo has released a series of photographs showing the manufacturing process behind its new 4C sports car.
    From: Autocar 13/06/2013

    BMW 1-series GT - latest spy shots
    These latest spy shots of the BMW 1-series GT show the interior of the car for the first time. Only the steering wheel appears to remain unchanged from the current 1-series, with most panels being redesigned in some way.
    From: Autocar 13/06/2013

    New range of Mia-Electric vehicles set for UK launch
    Importer set to offer Mia-Electric compact electric car with claimed 74 mile range, prices to start at £16,995.
    From: Autocar 13/06/2013

    Quick news: revised Jaguar XF engines; VW Amarok special edition; Skoda Yeti 'Adventure' model
    More efficient engine options for Jaguar XF, limited-edition Volkswagen Amarok revealed, Skoda Yeti Adventure model launched.
    From: Autocar 13/06/2013

    Pininfarina Sergio concept to get limited production run
    Ferrari 458-based Pininfarina Sergio barchetta concept could get an exclusive production run.
    From: Autocar 13/06/2013

    AMG Mercedes A-Class Here Soon
    The Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG, available to order now with UK deliveries due to start in August, is in many ways something of a pioneer. It's AMG's smallest car yet, and the first with fewer than six cylinders, and is also the first four-wheel drive A-Class to reach the UK.
    From: CARkeys 12/06/2013

    SEAT Displays Plug-In Hybrid
    SEAT has revealed a prototype plug-in hybrid based on the León. The León Verde, as it's called (verde being the Spanish word for "green"), uses the familiar 1.4-litre TSI turbo petrol engine and an electric motor giving a combined power output of 168bhp.
    From: CARkeys 12/06/2013

    Skoda Yeti Adventure
    The Adventure is a new special edition of Skoda's Yeti compact SUV. It's based on the SE trim level but it comes with extra equipment including 17" black and chrome alloy wheels, Amundsen+ satellite navigation, DAB digital radio, Bluetooth connectivity and steering wheel-mounted controls for the audio and telephone.
    From: CARkeys 12/06/2013

    Volkswagen Amarok edition
    Volkswagen will be offering just 300 examples of the Amarok edition pickup to UK customers. Based on the Trendline, it comes with £3400 worth of extra equipment in the form of 18" alloy wheels, satellite navigation, front and rear parking sensors, Bluetooth connectivity, a protective coating for the load area, floor mats, black side steps, black styling bars and unique decals.
    From: CARkeys 12/06/2013

    Vauxhall Revises The Insignia
    A substantially updated version of the Vauxhall Insignia is officially on sale from today, though it won't appear in UK showrooms until October, after its official unveiling at the Frankfurt Show.
    From: CARkeys 12/06/2013

    Vauxhall Insignia facelift (2013) first pictures of overhauled Insignia
    Though you might not spot the tweaks to the new Vauxhall Insignia on the outside, there are big changes afoot under the bonnet and in the cabin. It's also cheaper than the outgoing model, and will be officially revealed at the Frankfurt motor show in September 2013. UK deliveries start in October, with prices starting from £16,279.
    From: CAR Magazine 12/06/2013

    Porsche Le Mans challenger (2014) in testing
    Porsche's Le Mans 2014 challenger has completed its first test today at the maker's Weissach, Germany test track. The brand will take on stablemate Audi and rivals Toyota in the 2014 World Endurance Championship, which sees a significant change in the regulations that may well shake up Audi's domination of the series and its stranglehold on the Le Mans 24-hours.
    From: CAR Magazine 12/06/2013

    Allan McNish: Le Mans 'toughest race of the year'
    Allan McNish has won the Le Mans 24-hour enduro twice and lines up in the Audi R18 e-tron with nine-time winner Tom Kristensen and a new co-driver for 2013. He talks about the fight between Audi and Toyota and his accidents of 2011 and 2012.
    From: CAR Magazine 12/06/2013

    Bentley Continental GT3 nears completion
    The Continental-based GT3 racing car is almost ready to begin testing ahead of its race debut.
    From: Autocar 12/06/2013

    Facelifted Vauxhall Insignia revealed
    The Vauxhall Insignia has been given a major makeover that centres on greater in-car refinement, much-reduced running costs for company drivers and list price cuts of £3500 to £5000.
    From: Autocar 12/06/2013

    New hot Cadillac ATS-V targets BMW M3
    Cadillac is benchmarking its upcoming ATS-V sports saloon against the BMW M3, as these spy pictures reveal.
    From: Autocar 12/06/2013

    New MG 3 will cost less than £10,000 - latest pics
    Lots of styling and customisation options for new MG 3, due to arrive in UK showrooms later this year.
    From: Autocar 12/06/2013

    The 57mpg Jaguar XF
    Jaguar has announced its estimated green figures for the forthcoming 2014 model year XF with the ECO2 engine.
    From: CARkeys 11/06/2013

    New Diesel For Nissan Juke
    Nissan Jukes fitted with the popular 1.5-litre dCi turbo diesel engine are now officially more economical than they were before. The engine, supplied by Nissan's alliance partner Renault, has been substantially reworked - a new turbocharger being just one of many changes - and now also benefits from a start/stop system.
    From: CARkeys 11/06/2013

    Maserati Levante: sporty feel is key
    Maserati's new SUV to major on road-biased driving dynamics and interior luxury; on sale in 2015.
    From: Autocar 11/06/2013

    Renault Twingo 'reinvents small car'
    Renault bosses make bold claims for the new rear-engined, rear-drive Twingo city car, due late next year.
    From: Autocar 11/06/2013

    More efficient diesel engine for Nissan Juke
    A more economical engine option has been made available for the Nissan Juke.
    From: Autocar 11/06/2013

    New Volkswagen Golf R - latest spy shots
    Volkswagen is stepping up development of its new range-topping 286bhp R version of Volkswagen Golf Mk7, a model that will be the most powerful regular production Golf in history. Prototypes have been spotted testing at the Nurburgring, with these latest shots showing the R testing in the Alps.
    From: Autocar 11/06/2013

    Toyota Camatte57s concept unveiled at Tokyo Toy Show
    Toyota has unveiled its Camatte57s concept at the Tokyo Toy Show. Basing the concept around bringing the family together, Toyota says the Camatte57s is about sharing ideas to construct the ideal car, inspired by families working on a project together.
    From: Autocar 11/06/2013

    Cholmondeley track car stars revealed
    The fastest cars from Caterham, Ariel and BAC will line up alongside a number of race cars at this weekend's Cholmondeley Pageant of Power.
    From: Autocar 11/06/2013

    Suzuki set to launch Nissan Juke rival
    New Suzuki compact crossover to arrive in 2015, other future models and planned updates revealed.
    From: Autocar 11/06/2013

    Volkswagen DSG recalled in Australia and New Zealand
    Volkswagen's operations in Australia and New Zealand have announced a recall for cars equipped with its seven-speed dual shift gearbox (DSG), adding to the list of countries that have already recalled the dual clutch unit and raising questions as to why cars in the UK have so far escaped an electrical upgrade to the gearbox's mechatronic system.
    From: Autocar 11/06/2013

    Nissan Otti
    This is Otti. Otti will embark on an adventure. Together with the test driver of Autozine, Otti will explore Tokyo. That is a true challenge, because the editor doesn't know his way around Japan, nor does he know the rules and regulations. He can't even read the traffic signs. Otti is the cheapest Nissan available, which means he also has his limitations. How will this adventure end?
    From: Autozine 11/06/2013

    Revised Chevrolet Camaro
    Chevrolet has restyled the fifth-generation Camaro, and in this form it will be available to UK customers in November this year, priced from £35,320.
    From: CARkeys 10/06/2013

    Free Insurance On Some Renaults
    Renault is offering one year's free insurance for up to two drivers on the Twingo and on 1.2-litre petrol-engined versions of the Clio.
    From: CARkeys 10/06/2013

    Half A Million UK Kias
    A cee'd 4 1.6 CRDi sold by the Sandicliffe Leicester dealership is the 500,000th Kia to have been registered in this country.
    From: CARkeys 10/06/2013

    Peugeot RCZ R to debut at 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed
    The Peugeot RCZ R is the hottest version yet of the RCZ coupe and will make its world debut at the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The Audi TTS-rivalling RCZ R will be seen in both the static display and in high-speed action on the Goodwood hillclimb, ahead of UK deliveries kicking off in early 2014.
    From: CAR Magazine 10/06/2013

    Audi wireless payment technology being tested
    Audi wireless parking pilot project could make hunting for loose change and lost tickets a thing of the past.
    From: AutoInsider 10/06/2013

    Reborn Alpine 'needs a 911'
    Alpine's first car must represent the brand in a similar way that the 911 does for Porsche, according to Renault's design boss.
    From: Autocar 10/06/2013

    London hosts record-breaking Bugatti Veyron display
    A display of Bugatti Veyrons worth £10m has arrived at Jack Barclay Bugatti in Westminster.
    From: Autocar 10/06/2013

    Vencer Sarthe to make UK debut
    The first project from Dutch sports car firm Vencer, the Sarthe, will make its UK premiere at Salon Privé in September.
    From: Autocar 10/06/2013

    London Motorexpo 2013: full report and gallery
    Canary Wharf hosts the UK round of the Motorexpo - a unique chance for the public to get up close to the newest cars on sale.
    From: Autocar 10/06/2013

    Vühl 05 to launch at Goodwood
    New niche car company Vühl has released two more teaser images of its '05' supercar, ahead of its launch at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed.
    From: Autocar 10/06/2013

    Vettel heads Alonso and Hamilton in Canadian Grand Prix - report and pictures
    Reigning world champion sneaks easy win as Ferrari's Fernando Alonso pips Mercedes's Lewis Hamilton.
    From: Autocar 09/06/2013

    Running with the bulls: celebrating Lamborghini's 50th anniversary
    Lamborghini commemorated its 50th birthday with a 350-strong convoy through Italy. Autocar's Mark Tisshaw joined the party.
    From: Autocar 09/06/2013

    Next-gen Toyota Prius moves upmarket
    The next Toyota Prius will retain the current car's aerodynamic shape, but the interior moves upmarket.
    From: Autocar 09/06/2013

    Toyota Mega Web
    Toyota faced a problem. Or rather: it expected a problem. The youngest Japanese generation shows little to no interest in cars. Also, most Japanese Toyota dealers are highly specialised and carry only a few models. To make matters worse, salespeople are just as pushy in Japan as anywhere else in the world. The solution is the "Toyota Mega Web": not a website, but the largest Toyota showroom in the world, where no cars are being sold.
    From: Autozine 09/06/2013

    Next Renault Laguna 'needs more emotion'
    Renault's boss says the next Laguna must have more appeal than the current hatchback.
    From: Autocar 08/06/2013

    History of the Volvo C30: picture special
    As the axe falls on Volvo's quirky C30 hatch, we take a look back at the model through the years.
    From: Autocar 08/06/2013

    Renault Clio GT-Line UK Details
    Renault has confirmed that the new Clio GT-Line - a sort of halfway house between the Renaultsport 200 hot hatch and the rest of the range - has been priced at £17,395 for the UK market.
    From: CARkeys 07/06/2013

    Mercedes SLS Electric Drive (2013) sets new Nurburgring lap record
    The Mercedes SLS AMG Electric Drive has smashed the Nurburgring lap record for electric cars, posting a 7min 56.234sec time. The previous record holder was the Audi R8 E-tron, which lapped the Nordschleife in 8min 9.099sec in July 2012.
    From: CAR Magazine 07/06/2013

    Ferrari, Ford and McLaren scoop top engine award honours for 2013
    Think 'International Engine of the Year' awards would just concentrate on frugal, downsized powertrains? Not so. Along with Ford and VW's fuel-saving efforts, Ferrari and McLaren have been recognised for building the world's best engines in the 2013 awards.
    From: CAR Magazine 07/06/2013

    The new SKODA Octavia vRS
    Is this the perfect combination of sportiness, space and functionality from Skoda?
    From: AutoInsider 07/06/2013

    Future Renault Gordini models 'must be extreme'
    The iconic Gordini badge will be reserved for the most extreme Renaults, and will become halo models above Renaultsport.
    From: Autocar 07/06/2013

    TVR through the ages: picture special
    TVR could be back after it was revealed that key elements of the company had been sold to UK-based interests. Scroll through our picture gallery for all the previous standout TVR cars.
    From: Autocar 07/06/2013

    Land Rover Freelander replacement high-speed testing
    Set become part of an extended Discovery family, the Freelander replacement has been photographed testing at the Nurburgring.
    From: Autocar 07/06/2013

    Salon Privé lines up hypercar show
    Hypercars and a selection of the world's rarest supercars will feature at this year's Salon Privé show.
    From: Autocar 07/06/2013

    New Mercedes S-class coupé - latest spy shots
    The Mercedes S-class coupé has been revealed in the clearest shots yet.
    From: Autocar 07/06/2013

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    The US-market Toyota Corolla has made its premiere, featuring a new look and a more spacious interior.
    From: Autocar 07/06/2013

    VW Australia's 'unofficial recall' could affect UK cars
    Volkswagen Australia is addressing concerns of power loss and gearbox faults, which could affect UK-supplied cars.
    From: Autocar 07/06/2013

    UK Car Registrations May 2013
    The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders reports that 180,111 new cars were registered in the UK in last month. That's an increase of 11% over May last year, but perhaps more significantly it's within 3% of the figure achieved in the last pre-recession May back in 2007.
    From: CARkeys 06/06/2013

    TVR sold back to Britain
    Former owner tells Autocar that the rights for TVR parts and designs have been sold back to UK interests, sparking rumours of a comeback.
    From: Autocar 06/06/2013

    Nurburgring tests for next Vauxhall Corsa
    Early chassis mules of the next-generation Vauxhall Corsa have been testing at the Nurburgring ahead of the supermini's expected launch in two years' time.
    From: Autocar 06/06/2013

    New entry-level Tesla confirmed for 2016
    More details have emerged about the proposed new entry-level Tesla, which would potentially vie with the likes of the Nissan Leaf and Vauxhall Ampera for low-emission sales.
    From: Autocar 06/06/2013

    Skoda Rapid Spaceback leaks out
    These are the first pictures of the Skoda Rapid Spaceback, a more conventional hatchback version of the Skoda Rapid liftback. The pictures appeared on Autoforum.cz yesterday.
    From: Autocar 06/06/2013

    Aston Martin Rapide estate considered
    The Bertone Jet 2+2 concept car could become a bona fide Aston Martin in a limited production run, Autocar has learned.
    From: Autocar 06/06/2013

    Fiat rejects hydrogen fuel cell power
    Fiat has bucked the industry trend towards developing hydrogen fuel-cell cars as a long-term alternative to internal combustion engines by turning its back on the technology after three generations of development.
    From: Autocar 06/06/2013

    Fastest Skoda Octavia vRS Yet
    The third-generation Skoda Octavia vRS is set to make its world debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on July 10. As before, there are two-litre petrol and diesel engines, but they now have higher outputs than in any previous vRS at 217bhp and 181bhp respectively.
    From: CARkeys 05/06/2013

    Motoring Penalties Increased
    Road Safety Minister Stephen Hammond has announced new measures to deter drivers from behaving dangerously.
    From: CARkeys 05/06/2013

    International Engines Of The Year 2013
    Ford's one-litre three-cylinder petrol turbo EcoBoost has become only the fourth unit to score back-to-back overall titles in the International Engine of the Year awards.
    From: CARkeys 05/06/2013

    Skoda Octavia vRS (2013) first official pictures
    The Skoda Octavia vRS is back, faster and yet more fuel-efficient than ever. Available in booted hatchback or estate 'Combi' bodystyles, the hot Octavia has sports suspension, an electronic locking differential and as before, a choice of petrol or diesel engines.
    From: CAR Magazine 05/06/2013

    Porsche 356-inspired sports car previewed
    French manufacturer PGO has revealed more details of its upcoming Cevennes Water Snake, a retro-themed roadster inspired by the Porsche 356.
    From: Autocar 05/06/2013

    New Skoda Octavia vRS revealed
    Third-generation Octavia vRS to be offered with both punchy diesel and petrol engines; due on sale in August for around £22,500
    From: Autocar 05/06/2013

    Toyota Prius recall issued
    Around 5000 Toyota Prius models are to be recalled in the UK due to a potential braking fault. The recall concerns a total of 242,000 third-generation Prius models globally.
    From: Autocar 05/06/2013

    Vauxhall Insignia facelift: latest spy pics
    The facelifted version of the Vauxhall Insignia has been spotted, prior to its reveal at this year's Frankfurt motor show.
    From: Autocar 05/06/2013

    Quick news: Alfa 4C debut; Ford engine wins award; fuel cell-equipped Hyundai ix35; new Opel engine
    Alfa 4C set to make its dynamic debut at Goodwood, three-cylinder EcoBoost engine wins award for second year in a row, Hyundai delivers fleet of hydrogen-powered ix35s, new turbo engine for Opel Astra GTC.
    From: Autocar 05/06/2013

    All future BMWs to be linked to ConnectDrive Internet service
    By 2015, all BMW models will come with an in-car SIM card to allow permanent connection to the company's expanded ConnectDrive service.
    From: Autocar 05/06/2013

    Next Renault Espace to morph into 'crossover'
    The long-awaited replacement for the Renault Espace will be shown later this year in concept form, but it won't be another conventional MPV Renault has finally confirmed.
    From: Autocar 05/06/2013

    Pageant of Power Autocar Supercar paddock preview
    The Autocar Supercar paddock makes a welcome return to the Cholmondeley Pageant of Power. We take a look at the cars in attendance.
    From: Autocar 05/06/2013

    Porsche 911 50 Years Edition
    Porsche is celebrating the first half-century of 911 production, as you might expect it to, by creating a special version called the 50 Years Edition.
    From: CARkeys 04/06/2013

    Nissan Micra Revised
    Less than three years after the launch of the fourth-generation Micra, Nissan has already felt it necessary to make several changes.
    From: CARkeys 04/06/2013

    Porsche 911 50 Years Edition (2013) first official pictures
    Here's the inevitable special edition 911 to celebrate Porsche's rear-engined icon's half-century. The 911 50 Years Edition uses the Carrera 4's 44mm-wider-than-standard body, rear-wheel drive and the Carrera S's 395bhp 3.8-litre flat-six engine in either seven-speed manual or PDK form. In a nod to the 911's birth year, only 1963 examples will be produced, each costing a cool £92,587 - a £10k premium over the Carrera S.
    From: CAR Magazine 04/06/2013

    Pagani Zonda Revolucion (2013) first pictures of ultimate 790bhp Zonda
    Is the new Pagani Zonda Revolucion the Nurburgring lap-record holder in waiting? The Zonda Revolucion (Revolution in Spanish) is a fettled version of the track-only Zonda R, boasting more power and F1-derived brake and aerodynamic know-how. It should easily be able to eclipse the Zonda R's record-breaking 6min 47sec Nurburgring lap time, but you'll need fast money, too.
    From: CAR Magazine 04/06/2013

    New 576bhp VXR8
    New VXR8 GTS gains 150bhp and 140lb ft of torque, yet costs just £5k more than outgoing model.
    From: AutoInsider 04/06/2013

    The new V12 Vantage S
    New AM28 engine generates more power than ever.
    From: AutoInsider 04/06/2013

    Fiat eyes complete Chrysler takeover
    Fiat is closing in on securing the remaining 41.5 per cent stake of Chrysler, which would give it complete control of the Detroit car maker.
    From: Autocar 04/06/2013

    Porsche reveals its intelligent hybrid future
    The new Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid features Porsche's latest tech, but the next generation of performance-focused hybrids promise even greater fuel savings.
    From: Autocar 04/06/2013

    UK debut for Bentley Flying Spur at Cholmondeley
    The Flying Spur will make its UK debut at the Cholmondeley Pageant of Power, alongside a celebration of its 2003 Le Mans win.
    From: Autocar 04/06/2013

    New Koenigsegg One:1 renders leaked
    New limited-edition Swedish hypercar could have 1400bhp and command a £1.3m price tag.
    From: Autocar 04/06/2013

    New Mazda 3 revealed in magazine
    Pictures of the all-new Mazda 3 hatchback have been spotted in print, ahead of the car's official reveal.
    From: Autocar 04/06/2013

    Last Ever Volvo C30
    Volvo is bring production of the little C30 to a halt after seven years. The C30 started out as the Volvo Safety Concept Car (pictured below right), which was launched at the 2001 Detroit Show, and at the time there was no thought of making anything that looked remotely like it available for the general public.
    From: CARkeys 03/06/2013

    Isuzu D-Max Can Tow More
    The towing capacity from Isuzu's D-Max 4x4 pickup has been increased by 500kg to 3500kg, putting it 150kg ahead of the Ford Ranger.
    From: CARkeys 03/06/2013

    Alfa Romeo 4C At Goodwood
    Alfa Romeo's 4C sports car will make its UK debut - and be seen moving in public for the first time anywhere - at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on June 12-14.
    From: CARkeys 03/06/2013

    Jim Clark Award For EcoBoost Engineer
    This year's Jim Clark Award, presented by the Association of Scottish Motoring Writers, has been won by Ford's gasoline calibration manager Andrew Fraser in recognition of his work on the one-litre three-cylinder EcoBoost turbo petrol engine.
    From: CARkeys 03/06/2013

    Nissan Micra facelift (2013) first official pictures
    Nissan's tried to inject some of the styling fizz of the Juke into the Micra supermini, with a package of visual tweaks for 2013. The cabin's had a nip and tuck too, and Nissan has confirmed prices won't rise sharply versus the current £9800-14,000 range.
    From: CAR Magazine 03/06/2013

    Leaf fast-charging trial scheme revealed
    'My Electric Avenue' project to test new smart charging systems by leasing applicants a Nissan Leaf and a charging point for £100 per month.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    Brabus reveals 611bhp Mercedes GL63 AMG
    Mercedes tuner Brabus has revealed its latest high-performance SUV. The Brabus B63-620 Widestar is based on the Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG, but sees power boosted further, and bodywork extended 80mm to create a wider stance.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    BMW Gran Lusso Coupé concept - updated gallery
    The BMW GranLusso, a Luxury GT concept, has been designed in collaboration with Pininfarina and points to the return of a classic BMW.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    Caterham bound for Le Mans
    Caterham will use the Le Mans 24 Hours to investigate viability for its own sports-prototype racer.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    Open-top Noble M600 previewed
    British sports car manufacturer Noble Automotive shows off concept image of an M600 with a removable roof.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    Facelifted Nissan Micra revealed
    The Nissan Micra has been given a substantial interior makeover as part of a series of mid-life changes designed to shake off the supermini's budget car tag.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    Kia recalls 25,000 UK cars
    Kia has announced a recall of 25,000 cars following the discovery of a faulty brake light switch.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    Tesla to expand high-speed Supercharger network
    Tesla is gearing up to expand its Supercharger network in North America, and plans a European rollout.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    Quick news: New drivetrains for Mini Countryman and Vauxhall Mokka
    New front-drive Vauxhall Mokka joins range; Mini expands four-wheel-drive line-up with new Countryman and Paceman derivatives.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    BMW 1-series GT to spawn long-wheelbase version
    The BMW 1-series GT will be offered with two different wheelbases in a move that will offer buyers both five-seat and seven-seat configurations, as this latest scoop picture of the new MPV reveals.
    From: Autocar 03/06/2013

    Land Rover Discovery revamp on the way
    Land Rover is readying a number of updates for its 2014 model year Discovery SUV.
    From: Autocar 02/06/2013

    New Mercedes S-class reveals its tech secrets
    The new Mercedes-Benz S-class uses innovative tech to improve on comfort and safety. We reveal all.
    From: Autocar 01/06/2013

    How the baby Jaguar could trump the BMW 3-series
    Jaguar's new baby saloon will have to be special to beat its BMW rival - so we asked RCA students to design just such a car.
    From: Autocar 01/06/2013

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